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2016 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · YH16 ABP

YH16 ABP

2016 Ford Focus (1.0L, petrol). First registered 24/08/2016. Recorded mileage 70,710 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2016 · Leeds
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 20/03/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
70,710 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 20/03/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

This Ford Focus presents a stable and exceptionally clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT on 21 March 2025 at 70,710 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This follows a consistent trend of clean passes dating back to May 2022, indicating a vehicle that has been maintained to a high standard and kept in a state of immediate compliance. The mileage pattern is typical for a ten year old vehicle, averaging roughly 7,071 miles per year. There was a notable increase in usage between May 2022 and November 2023, where the odometer rose from 47,991 to 62,241 miles. Since then, the accumulation has slowed, with 8,469 miles added over the following sixteen months. The record shows a brief failure on 1 May 2023 at 57,648 miles, though the vehicle passed immediately after on the same day, suggesting a minor administrative or quick-fix issue rather than a mechanical failure. The lack of advisories across multiple years is unusual for a vehicle of this age and suggests a proactive approach to maintenance. No recurring issues with suspension bushes, brake discs, or exhaust emissions appear in the data. There are no mentions of structural corrosion or weld repairs, which are common failure points for this model. A buyer should still conduct a physical inspection of the consumables. While the MOT record is clean, the tester does not always flag tyres or wiper blades unless they reach the legal limit. Check the condition of the brake pads and the depth of the tyre treads to ensure they have not worn down since the March 2025 test. Given the lack of historical faults, the primary focus should be on verifying the service history to ensure oil changes and filter replacements align with the low-defect MOT trend.

YH16 ABP Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 21/03/2025
  • 70,710 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
58
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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YH16 ABP Mileage History

  1. 05/05/202247,991 mi
  2. 01/05/202357,648 mi+9,657 mi
  3. 01/05/202357,649 mi+1 mi
  4. 21/11/202362,241 mi+4,592 mi
  5. 21/03/202570,710 mi+8,469 mi

Average of roughly 7,895 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

YH16 ABP MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Ford Focus (YH16 ABP) between May 2022 and March 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 21 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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